SB 1001: Relating to: the establishment of a family and medical leave insurance program; family leave to care for a family member and for the active duty of a family member; the employers that must allow an employee to take family or medical leave; allowing a local government to adopt ordinances requiring employers to provide leave benefits; providing an exemption from emergency rule procedures; providing an exemption from rule-making procedures; granting rule-making authority; making an appropriation; and providing a penalty. (FE)
SB 1001 status: Introduced — Fiscal estimate received (updated Jul 8, 2026).
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OfficialRelating to: the establishment of a family and medical leave insurance program; family leave to care for a family member and for the active duty of a family member; the employers that must allow an employee to take family or medical leave; allowing a local government to adopt ordinances requiring employers to provide l...
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Impact analysis
Environment
Benefits
- None identified
Risks
- None identified
Economy
Benefits
- Improved workforce stability
- Higher labor force participation
Risks
- Increased employer compliance costs
- Potential new tax or payroll contribution burdens
Society
Benefits
- Enhanced access to paid family leave
- Better support for caregivers and military families
Risks
- Possible administrative friction during initial rollout
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Significant regulatory and administrative burden on small businesses
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